Why in the World?
Join on of our Sunday Morning Community Groups as they take a closer look at one of the unique things Christians believe: God became one of us. Why in the world would God do that? Why would God leave the comfort and recognition of heaven to live on this ball of dirt in a time before morphine and indoor plumbing when the best of conditions barely paralleled the worst of modern-day conditions? Why? We think we know why He died. But what compelled him to live as one of us? This new study starts Sunday, November 12 and meets for four weeks. Sign up on your connection card and let us know which service (9:45am or 11:15am) you would like to attend this new study.
N-B Tween
A tween's guide to growing up in Christ. This small group will be starting in January for girls (ages 9-13). The group will be led by Margaret Layman and Amy Sanders. Parent meeting Sunday, November 12 after 1st and 2nd services in the Overflow room. If you have any questions – find Amy or Margaret at the kiosks after a service or email Margaret at Margaret.S.Layman@gmail.com. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/registrations/events/88367
Baptism Sunday
We are celebrating baptisms on Sunday, November 19. If you would like to be baptized, let us know by signing up online at https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/registrations/events/91579
Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Challenge
Come on River Church, join the challenge! Newport Aquarium is awarding complimentary tickets to churches that complete the OCC Shoebox Challenge. Our goal this year is to collect 100 boxes. The more shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items our church packs for children in need, the more Newport Aquarium tickets we can earn. Through this Samaritan's Purse project, we can be part of working with churches worldwide to transform entire families and communities with the Gospel of Jesus Christ! For more information see Tami at the RiverBank Kids check-in station. We are collecting the shoeboxes on Sunday, November 19 no later than 12:30pm.
Kids Night Out
RiverBank Kids will hold our first Kids Night Out on Friday, December 1 from 5:30pm-8:30pm here at church. This event is for kids 3 years (and potty trained) to 5th grade. Parents will need to register children ahead of time. We will play games, eat pizza, make gingerbread houses, and watch a Christmas movie. The cost is $10 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling. All of the proceeds will go to support our missions team. Email Tami at Tami@HitTheRiver.com, visit the RBK check-in for more information, or online at https://hittheriver.churchcenteronline.com/registrations/events/91518
AHG $1 Candy Bar Fundraiser
Our ministry partner, American Heritage Girls Troop OH0412, is selling candy bars for $1 each in the café area on Sunday, November 19 and November 26. If you would like more information about the troop, please check out the troop website: http://www.ahg-oh0412.com.
Christmas Eve Choir
The Christmas Eve choir will be singing on Sunday, December 24 in our morning and afternoon services. If you are interested in singing with us, please contact kim@HitTheRiver.com and include your preferred vocal part.
Christmas Decorating
It’s that time of year again to deck the halls of The River Church. Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 30 for the hours between 10:00am-1:00pm when we will be decorating the church's building for Christmas. We will have donuts and coffee to get you started and lunch will be provided. Kids are welcome to join their parents. Let us know if you would like to help by emailing the office at info@HitTheRiver.com
Can We Pray for You?
We have an email network of people who are committed to pray for you wether it’s big or small. Email your prayer request to prayer@HitTheRiver.com.
The Impact of Prayer
You have a direct impact on the lives of others through prayer. By joining the prayer chain you will be able to help others who are in need that may or may not have someone in their life to pray for them.
When you join the prayernet, you will receive emails with requests for prayer. At this time we average two requests per week. All you need to do is pray for that person in your own personal way. “And since we know He hears us when we make our requests, we also know that He will give us what we ask for. 1 John 5:15.” If you would like to join, please email prayer@HitTheRiver.com and let us know you are interested in joining.
Angels Among Us
There are times in life when we can be in a situation where a meal would be a blessing, such as after giving birth or when dealing with a medical situation. Through our Angels Among Us ministry, you can help people within our church by bringing them a meal. To join, send an email to info@HitTheRiver.com letting us know you’d like to be part of this ministry. When a need arises, you will receive an email asking if you can sign up to bring a meal. If you are in a situation where you could be blessed by a meal, please email us at info@HitTheRiver.com.
